Gaming PC

[Wingfan]

should work, why the 12GB RAM? the 212EVO is fine for cooling

[Dallas1117]

should work, why the 12GB RAM? the 212EVO is fine for cooling

I have 8 currently atm and I need just a bit more. 

 

Also Do I need to add anything else like a sound card, case fans, etc...

[Wingfan]

onboard audio is good enough, how many fans in that case? i suggest 2 up front and 1 back, and if there is mounting up top no harm in adding some there too

[Dallas1117]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/bw46P6

 

This is the parts I chose for my PC. I was wondering if I am missing something. How would I install the OS? I mean is there something I am missing but there is no DVD Drive? 

[Dallas1117]

Nvm I am just going to pick up an External.

[Wingfan]

Looks good, that case comes with 4 fans so you dont need to buy any. 

I tweaked it a little bit

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/8bTwpg

[Recon97]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/rZ9TD3

If you think that it's expensive, change gpu to single 980

[Guest]

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/bw46P6

 

This is the parts I chose for my PC. I was wondering if I am missing something. How would I install the OS? I mean is there something I am missing but there is no DVD Drive? 

Why did you buy 1333MHz Ram ? That is slow by today's standards.

 

Something like this would be better.

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/gskill-memory-f32133c11d16gar

[stconquest]

The 1333 RAM:  avg request time = 0.00675 seconds

 

The 2133 RAM:  avg request time = 0.00515 seconds

 

I personally start at 1600 when selecting RAM, but wtf...hardly any difference.

[Guest]

The 1333 RAM:  avg request time = 0.00675 seconds

 

The 2133 RAM:  avg request time = 0.00515 seconds

 

I personally start at 1600 when selecting RAM, but wtf...hardly any difference.

 

http://wccftech.com/haswell-works-high-speed-ram-benchmarks-show-ddr31600-mhz/

[stconquest]

Same performance or better, a little cheaper:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  ($218.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Enermax ETS-T40-TB 86.7 CFM CPU Cooler  ($34.99 @ Newegg)  <<<Quieter than the 212 (I have a 212, it is not quiet.  I just replaced the fan.)
Motherboard: MSI Z97-G45 Gaming ATX LGA1150 Motherboard  ($119.99 @ Micro Center)
Memory: G.Skill Sniper Gaming Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($130.98 @ Newegg)
Storage: Mushkin Chronos 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($99.99 @ Directron)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($77.75 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card  ($546.49 @ B&H)
Case: NZXT H440 (Blue/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($119.99 @ NZXT)
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA NEX 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply  ($79.99 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8.1 - 64-bit (OEM) (64-bit)  ($89.98 @ OutletPC)
Case Fan: Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm  Fan  ($5.99 @ NCIX US)
Case Fan: Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm  Fan  ($5.99 @ NCIX US)
Case Fan: Cooler Master SickleFlow 69.7 CFM 120mm  Fan  ($5.99 @ NCIX US)
Keyboard: Corsair Vengeance K70 Wired Gaming Keyboard  ($114.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $1652.09
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-01-10 07:52 EST-0500

 

You know, you would be fine with just a 970.

[stconquest]

http://wccftech.com/haswell-works-high-speed-ram-benchmarks-show-ddr31600-mhz/

You better find more than that, my numbers are raw.  That is one game, probably chosen because of the way it runs.

[HulkGaming]

Id go with linus's rule, don't SLI. Buy the fastest GPU for your price point then sli with the same one down the line. SO buy the 980 then later down the line buy another one if its not strong enough.

[Guest]

You better find more than that, my numbers are raw.  That is one game, probably chosen because of the way it runs.

It may be chosen for that particular game. For the same price I would still take a faster kit over a slower one. 

[Dallas1117]

Alright I got my parts in. I opened my case and only 1 stand-off screw. I need help. Isn't there suppose to be more ?

[Dallas1117]

I'm not hundred percent sure about this but I believe they're already installed which I find odd.

[Guest]

I'm not hundred percent sure about this but I believe they're already installed which I find odd.

Yes they seem to be pre-installed for ATX sized boards. See thread below.

 

post no 7 - http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/139519-does-the-nzxt-h440-have-built-in-stand-offs/

[tobin4]

This is one that I quicky threw together, check it out and see if you like it. And you can always change anything if you dont like it

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/pk9ND3

[stconquest]

Have fun!

[Dallas1117]

If anyone has skype and can add me to help guide me through some questions. Please message me.

[stconquest]

Just take you time with it.  Watch a few videos to troubleshoot anything you need to, and most importantly...

 

Don't freak out.

[Dallas1117]

Have a question. I don't get my GPU for a few more days. I was wondering if it's possible to start up the computer without it just to see if it's working correctly?

[Guest]

Have a question. I don't get my GPU for a few more days. I was wondering if it's possible to start up the computer without it just to see if it's working correctly?

Yes you can. The MSI Gaming 5 Motherboard has a HDMI, VGA and DVI port on the rear. Just connect your Monitor up to one of those depending on what type of cable you have.

[Dallas1117]

Yes you can. The MSI Gaming 5 Motherboard has a HDMI, VGA and DVI port on the rear. Just connect your Monitor up to one of those depending on what type of cable you have.

Alright I might do that. Is it better to use HDMI or the average Monitor cable?

[stconquest]

Alright I might do that. Is it better to use HDMI or the average Monitor cable?

 

If you monitor supports HDMI, use it.  If not, DVI is fine too.  Which ever is easier for you.